Best 40205 Kentucky Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,573 students in 40205, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 40205, KY is Atherton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40205 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40205, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40205 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atherton High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40205, KY Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atherton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3000 Dundee Road
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 485-8202
Gr: 9-12 | 1,466 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Peace Academy
Alternative School
2020 Newburg Rd
Louisville, KY 40205
(502) 479-4180
Gr: PK-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40205, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40205, KY include Atherton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40205?
2 public high schools are located in 40205.
What is the racial composition of students in 40205?
40205 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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